The Awesomology Podcast

Ben Wiggins and Sunday Stewart argue about e-cigarettes, overrated old movies, and the continuing curse of Emoji racism. The duo go after John Hughes movies and douchey behavior. Ben admits that he has not seen Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink, or St. Elmo's Fire (mostly because Breakfast Club isn't that good). Sunday sings both the Hurricane Song and also a riff on the timeless classic, Total Eclipse of the Heart

Sunday Stewart joins Ben Wiggins to discuss the presidential debates (and the A of A's resulting drinking game), their favorite game day foods, and "we are that family" moms on Facebook. The two of them make fun of Donald Trump for a bit, and argue about which game day food is actually the best game day food. Sunday also spends a little time complaining about game day traffic in College Station.

Sunday Stewart joins Ben Wiggins to continue their non-partisan, evidence-based approach to lowering the rate of gun deaths in the US. The duo also talk about board games they love and don't love, and ask each other why Americans are being such idiots about common core math. (The answer: because we Americans are a lazy nation and we don't like to learn stuff.) Ben also may or may not spring some discussion of Sunday's erstwhile athletic ability.

Sunday Stewart spends an hour arguing with Ben about acceptable flavors of Oreos, dating do's and don'ts including how (not) to take a compliment, Dunkin Donuts closing 100 stores on International Coffee Day, James Woods' frivolous Twitter lawsuit, the Aristocats, and AT&T's attempts to bully them out of using their unlimited data plans. But above all (ABOVE ALL), the duo discuss apps they love and APPS THEY HATE (looking at you, Peeple.) Sunday also brings up La Croix and the two discuss Ben's time in Atlanta and argue about the best kinds of sparkling water.

Ben Wiggins and Michael Maciel sit down to argue about the two things most likely to be involved in an act of aggression in the modern United States. Obviously, those two things are guns and Donald Trump. The guys talk about gun control, gun education, and what the best strategy really is for bringing down our country's ridiculous firearm homicide rate. Then, Michael and Ben turn their attention to the Donald, his hair, his confidence, what he's really up to, whether he's a legitimate threat to win the Republican presidential nomination... and whether he even wants to.

Scott Davis and Josh Perryman sit down with Ben Wiggins to discuss the most current issues for the world's largest religion, including the Kim Davis fiasco, the #GodBlessBlueBell mess, and the well-meaning Occupy Jesus movement. The guys also touch briefly on theology and the current state of the "church service".

Ben Wiggins sits down with co-host Sunday Stewart to talk about Jupiter Ascending, Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, and the 90's, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., the time Ben saved the lives of dozens of innocent bystanders, and nasty breakups. The two co-hosts spend most of the podcast fighting for your entertainment just like usual. Also feel free to take a look at the webcast itself on YouTube! Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liY_0_WVVuQ

Ben Wiggins discusses the invincibility of youth, sports injuries, Harper Lee's new novel, and the Confederate Flag with Michael Maciel. The boys get into the nuts and bolts of the Kennedy affairs, the Lewinsky affair, and whether or not those things are any of anybody's damn business. They also talk about the imperfections of heroes such as Martin Luther King. The conclusions may surprise you! As always, thanks to our loyal listeners for tuning in.

Sunday Stewart and Ben Wiggins talk about the Aaron Hernandez conviction, the situation with police brutality, and Coachella (their take might surprise you). The two co-hosts then turn the conversation to Facebook consultants. Is the term "momtrepreneur" really appropriate? The podcast also features the appearance of George Freeman, the new voice-over guy! All of which to say, Ben and Sunday are here to fight for your entertainment! And also to provide some fun updates on where things are in the world. Tune in!

Sunday Stewart joins Ben Wiggins to discuss whether we like or hate the word "momtrepreneurs", whether people should continue trying to sell crap to their friends on Facebook, the science fiction franchise "Dune", whether baths are better than showers, and much more. And by "discuss", we mean "fight". Because that's what we do.

Our favorite Lady in Red, Laura Madsen, and Stone Cold Sunday Stewart join Ben Wiggins to decide whether Man of Steel is a great movie or the greatest movie. (Note to listeners: Sunday will be a curmudgeon as usual.)   Also of note!! We have another giveaway from Wine with RobYn with-a-Y http://www.robynwitha-y.com/ Two more blinged-out, hand painted, signature Mr. Red and TheLadyinRed wine glasses (valued at $44). TheLadyinRed wine glass features a hand painted caricature of TheLadyinRed, dressed in a very fashionable red cocktail dress, with a "bling" ring, and sparkly eyes.  The Mr. Red wine glass showcases a gentlemanly cartoon caricature wearing a black tuxedo, embellished with a crystal button, in a debonair pose. Robynwitha-y.com specializes in creating wine or beer glasses with the feminine or masculine caricature of your choice, accentuated with "bling", the outfit of your choosing (including a variety of colors, and even team logos!)  The bottom of each wine glass can be customized with sayings, words, or websites, making this the ultimate choice for gifts, party favors, or business swag.  Visit Robynwitha-y.com TODAY!

Our favorite Lady in Red, Laura Madsen, stops by the Academy to discuss fate, circumstance, happenstance, and destiny with Ben Wiggins. We also have a special deluxe giveaway from Wine with RobYn with-a-Y http://www.robynwitha-y.com/ Two blinged-out, hand painted, signature Mr. Red and TheLadyinRed wine glasses (valued at $44). TheLadyinRed wine glass features a hand painted caricature of TheLadyinRed, dressed in a very fashionable red cocktail dress, with a "bling" ring, and sparkly eyes.  The Mr. Red wine glass showcases a gentlemanly cartoon caricature wearing a black tuxedo, embellished with a crystal button, in a debonair pose. Robynwitha-y.com specializes in creating wine or beer glasses with the feminine or masculine caricature of your choice, accentuated with "bling", the outfit of your choosing (including a variety of colors, and even team logos!)  The bottom of each wine glass can be customized with sayings, words, or websites, making this the ultimate choice for gifts, party favors, or business swag.  Go give them a visit now at robynwitha-y.com!

Late Sunday and Andria Kastner stop by the Awesomology Podcast to talk about the UNLCON scale, unnecessary PDA on Facebook, which Red Bull flavor is the best, and why "she" is just not that into you.

Stone Cold Sunday Stewart joins Ben to discuss songs they *should* hate but don't, and the ongoing war against parking enforcement employees (otherwise known as parking gnomes).

Southern Belle Paige Wiggins joins the Academy of Awesomology to discuss movies, music, TV, and what the cool kids are doing these days.

A-Town Brown joins Ben to discuss the NBA Playoffs to date. Also, rumor has it someone may call in to debate the greatest flavors of Blow Pops and Jolly Ranchers, and to argue with Ben about Owl City. Who could it be?

NASA climate scientist Josh Willis sits with Ben Wiggins to discuss global warming, making science more accessible, and modern social media.

Sunday Stewart drops by to discuss the Ultimate Badass Bracket, the coming-out of Jason Collins, and the greatest hits of the last six weeks in Awesomology

Matthew Bridges, Awesomology's Newcomer of the Month, joins Ben Wiggins to discuss who the biggest badass of all time is, and to discuss the Academy's Tournament Challenge. Could Superman beat Batman in a fight? Could Galactus take Yoda? Could Darth Vader handle Magneto? The Academy is putting it all to voting and discussion! Join us any time on your computer or smart phone.

Monica Haaland sits down with Ben Wiggins for some Final Four discussion. The two talk about the differences between pro and college sports, then buckle in to discuss the last two weeks of Awesomology, including the posts on the Ultimate Badass Showdown (we don't care who else has done this; it's never been done right), bucket lists, war, global warming, qualities we admire in our loved ones, gay marriage, and the end of the universe!! Those who won awards will be recognized!! It's going to be a FANTASTIC show!!

The King, Justin Kling, sits down with Ben Wiggins to talk about the death of rock music as a pop genre. The guys discuss the best guitar players, drummers, and bass players of all time.

Rivers McCown joins Ben Wiggins to talk everything NFL. The guys discuss DVOA, advanced metrics, the Mike Wallace signing, free agency in general, the Patriots' winning approach, and whether either of the Texas teams will ever be good again.

Sunday Stewart returns, very confused from having watched "The Emperor's New Groove." She and Ben also discuss "Arj and Poopy", and Spring Break.

The Paw Paw Princess Sabra Gaskill and new guest Macy Harp Hii5 join Ben and Sunday for a Late Sunday show. Paw Paw and Macy chastise Ben for not having watched Mulan. Other topics include whether Instagram is a waste of time, children's stories that were definitely inspired by recreational drug use, and much more!

Late Sunday Returns, with more exclamation points than you can shake a stick at!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Topics include which Disney sidekicks were most likely to be in the closet, which airlines would be which guy at the bar, Sunday's irrational and silly fear of reading The Princess Bride, and movies that were better than the book.

Sean and Sarah Dugan join Sunday Stewart and Ben Wiggins to discuss modern society. We'll discuss some gender questions; men and women, and how our places in the world have changed over the last 50 years.

Kayce Smith and Michael Ferree join Ben Wiggins for a discussion of the last year of Aggie Football and the outlook for the future.

Eric "A-Town" Brown and Tyler Hurst join Ben to talk football, the NFL playoffs, the upcoming New Orleans Super Bowl, and the possibility of Seattle regaining a basketball team.

Stone Cold Sunday Stewart, Scott Davis, and Daywalker Justin Hopper talk around about football, the Dallas Cowboys, road food, road drinks, ice cream, Ben & Jerry's, and landmarks of College Station, Texas.

The Lady in Red and Yellow Card Willis sit down with guest star Sarah Kathryn Hannah and host Ben Wiggins to talk through birthing, the c-section debate, breastfeeding, and discipline for young children. Parents, don't miss this one!

Justin Kling stops by the Academy of Awesomology to talk about movies. The guys discuss the Alexa HD videocamera, IMAX, Skyfall, Lincoln, the James Bond franchise, The Hobbit, and the best movies of 2012.

Stone Cold Sunday Stewart and New Jack Robbie Parr check in with Ben Wiggins to talk about Meals, Ready to Eat and assorted other goodies.

In the wake of the devastating massacre of Newtown, CT, Damon and Laura sit down with Ben Wiggins for a frank and honest discussion of guns, gun control, and the human tendency to violence.

Stone Cold Sunday Stewart and Yellow Card Willis sit down for a Christmas podcast!

Justin Kling sits down with Ben Wiggins to discuss Skyfall, success, being cool, the Thanksgiving season, and other items of note.

Esteemed Awesomologist and television expert Katherine Wiggins visits the Academy of Awesomology to talk election (hopefully for as little time as possible) and TV!

Stone Cold sits down to discuss the greatest stories of all time with Ben Wiggins. Books, movies, video games. Everything is fair game.

The Fitness Shrink, Michael Ferree, joins the Academy of Awesomology to discuss the mental side of fitness, nutrition, and a holistic approach to healthy living.

Damon D'Amore returns for an encore to go toe-to-toe with Justin Hopper on the Lance Armstrong saga. Talk ranges over all manner of sports discussion.

Damon D'Amore and Laura Madsen sit down with Ben Wiggins to talk election, Facebook political posts, Mayor Bloomberg's beverage ban, the sad outcome of the Lance Armstrong saga, and much more.

Jessie "Yellow Card Willis" Stansberry stops by the Academy of Awesomology to talk soccer, toughness in sports, the challenges of being a working mother, Instagram, and Velocity training!

Clifford Sparks sits down with Ben Wiggins to discuss the college and pro football seasons so far.

Monica Dancel-Haaland sits down with Ben Wiggins to discuss "Looper", the best movies of the year, the first few weeks of the NFL season, replacement referees, the release of Dead or Alive 5, and fighting games.

Stone Cold Sunday Stewart makes an appearance at the Academy Forum to discuss Stanley Kubrick and the greatest sci-fi movies.

Laura Madsen stops by to talk about her blog, her place in the world as a Jersey girl, her LA flavor, Jimmy Choos, food blogging, meeting Bon Jovi, and tattoos.

Sports and CrossFit enthusiast Mark "I WILL NO-REP A 12 YEAR OLD!!!" Miscione sits down with Ben Wiggins to talk about the sportscape, and especially football of all stripes.

Renowned Awesomologist Damon D'Amore drops by the Academy to discuss a self-imposed video game exile, the great books he's read during that exile, and Saturday Night Live. The guys get into William Goldman, the differences between the "frenetic" and "sneak-around" video game playing styles, and much more.

Stone Cold Sunday Stewart, fearless leader of the Justice League, summons all paws on deck. J.Z., Stone Cold, and Ben talk about Citizen Kane, personality types, butterbeer and other beer alternatives, littering, and more.

Anastasia Pankau breaks down some of the more complicated questions facing human relationships moving forward. No convention is safe.

David Wiggins sits down with Ben to discuss bacon bread, Texas A&M's loss against Florida, fantasy football, and the NFL season, which is now in full swing!

Pre-eminent Awesomologist Tyler Hurst visits the Academy to talk about mud runs, Apple, Malcolm Gladwell, the new Matchbox Twenty album, and whether baseball needs to be replaced as the third major sport.